A QUICK GUIDE TO TAWANG ARUNACHAL PRADESH

A QUICK GUIDE TO TAWANG ARUNACHAL PRADESH – India’s North East is one of the unexplored places for the majority of people in India, but It’s the destination with the natural beauty that one can never forget.

Arunachal Pradesh is also known as the “The land of the Rising Sun” located at the remote end of the northeastern states it fascinates many because of the misty mountains, verdant valleys, immaculate rivers, and beautiful sanctuaries.

Tawang Arunachal Pradesh is unexplored by the many, which makes it an enthralling holiday destination. Nature remains unharmed and untouched by the masses.

Arunachal Pradesh State consists of hundreds of beautiful cities, towns, and villages but Tawang is the most popular and visited the city of Arunachal Pradesh. It is situated in the western corner of Arunachal Pradesh and is famous for its 400-year-old monastery named Gaden Namgyal Lhatse.

So now let’s get to know more about Tawang Tourism but before that, Do you know the Best time to visit Tawang?

BEST TIME TO VISIT TAWANG?

Tawang Arunachal Pradesh is a hidden paradise on earth due to its breathtaking views of verdant mountains. In the winters these mountains are covered with dense snow and look no less than white paradise. Best time to visit Tawang is the summer season and the onset of the monsoon season, as the temperature is comfortable and sightseeing is pleasant. Best months to visit Tawang are March, April, May, June, September, and October, during this period temperature in Tawang varies between 5 to 25°C.

TAWANG IN WINTERS!

Although visiting Tawang city is comfortable for tourist in the summers and monsoons but those who want to experience one of the best snowfall places in India we recommend you to visit Tawang in winters.

Tawang experiences winter season from November to February and snowfall is at its peak in the months of December and January.

It becomes difficult to explore Tawang in winters due to extreme weather conditions. Planning your trip can often fail during this time due to natural calamities. Some roads and places might be closed until maintenance, therefore you must take some buffer time. The temperature at this point in time also reaches below 0°C, So you must carry appropriate winter clothes and accessories. After reading all this you might find visiting Tawang in winters a little daunting but don’t worry, as it would turn out to be more adventurous and worthwhile.

HOW TO REACH TAWANG?

Since Tawang is located far away from many metropolitans cities in India, it is quite difficult to reach Tawang by road.

Therefore to make your journey more comfortable with less travel time it is recommended to board a flight from your city to Guwahati. Guwahati airport is located at a distance of 510 Km from Tawang and most of the cities have direct flights to it. Another airport near Tawang is Tezpur Airport which has direct to and fro flights from Kolkata.

On the other hand, If you want to travel by train then the nearest Railway station to Tawang Arunachal Pradesh is Rangapara Railway Station. It is at a distance of 383 km from Tawang and is well connected to major cities and towns of North East India.

There is also a “Helicopter Service” which was started by the Indian government to some locations like Itanagar, Pasighat, and Tawang directly from Guwahati.

Inner Line Permit

An inner line permit is a travel permit to enter and travel the protected areas of India for security and preservation purposes. It allows inward to travel to Indian citizens staying outside these restricted areas for 15 days. This permit must be obtained by people living outside Arunachal Pradesh before their visit. The ILP can be availed at Arunachal DC Office at Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati, Tezpur, and other district headquarters. Alternatively, you can also apply for the permit online here.

Local transportation in Tawang

Local transportation in Tawang is limited to Sumos ( Jeep-like vehicle, in which locals commute from one place to another) and private cabs.

If you are low on budget you can travel in Sumo’s in Arunachal Pradesh but the disadvantage of traveling in sumo is that you don’t get to stop and visit places en route Tawang as there will be fewer stoppages. You can also hire a private cab which will turn out to be more convenient and a little expensive.

If you want to drive or ride on your own then you will have to check the availability of a Car or Motorcycle in Guwahati or Tezpur. If you are not an experienced driver then we recommend you to take a private cab as the road conditions are not good enough. Hiring a cab will also be beneficial because the driver will be localite and he might be of great help in your journey.

PLACES TO VISIT IN TAWANG

Tawang Monastery

Tawang Monastery is 2nd largest in Asia and located near the top of the mountain. It has its religious importance and is a significant pilgrim center for followers of Buddhism. You can visit this monastery for its amazing infrastructure and also have insights about Buddhism.

Se La Pass

Se La Pass is one of the highest motorable pass in India which connects Tawang to Dirang and Guwahati. It is at an elevation of 13,700 ft above the sea level and the views are simply surreal. You can also visit immaculate Se La Lake near the Se La Pass but make sure to visit it before darkness to get some really good pictures.

Nuranang Falls

At a height of 100 meters, the Nuranang Falls is situated in the deep forest of Tawang city and remains undiscovered by the many. The view of this fall is splendid and picturesque. This fall is part of Nuranang River which originates at Sela Pass and one cannot afford to miss this marvelous fall.

Tawang War Memorial

Tawang war memorial is dedicated to martyrs of the 1962’s Sino-India War. At the entrance, you will encounter a 40-feet colorful structure. Tawang war memorial is open 7 days a week and timings for Tawang war memorial is from 7.45 AM to 6.00 PM.

Madhuri Lake

Madhuri Lake originally known as Sangetsar lake got its name after Madhuri Dixit as one of her Song from the film Koyla was shot here. This lake is situated 25 Km from Tawang and requires a special permit by Indian Nationals. Foreigners might not be allowed here depending upon the situation, you can confirm this with the locals before visiting there.

Bum La Pass

Bum La Pass at a height of 15,200 Ft and at a distance of 37 Km from Tawang. This pass marks the Indo-China border and foreigners are not allowed due to security purposes. A special permit is required to visit this pass due to security purposes and it can be availed at Arunachal DC Office.

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